Toyota C-HR reliability
The Toyota C-HR fails its MOT about as often as most cars up to 5 years old: 12.8% of 52,329 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.
15 DVSA recalls for the Toyota C-HR
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Parking Assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
For certain vehicles equipped with a Parking Assist ECU a component of the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system that displays the rear view image the software may cause the rear view image to freeze or not display
Fix: Reprogram the parking assist ECU.
Recalled models: C-HR · 6,939 vehicles
Combination Meter Reprogramming on Multiple Models
For certain vehicles equipped with the combination meter system (where various information is displayed) that due to an improper programming of the combination meter unnecessarily repetitive data is written to a memory device. This may cause the memory device to deteriorate and the monitor to not display during the meter at start up and remain in this state permanently.
Fix: Reprogram or replace the combination meter.
Recalled models: C-HR · 9,511 vehicles
High-Pressure Fuel Pump replacement on multiple models
For certain vehicles that were affected by a previous campaign announced in October 2023 for high-pressure fuel pump a further check is required to confirm if the correct pump is fitted.
Fix: A check of the high-pressure fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Recalled models: C-HR · 489 vehicles
Remote Parking via Mobile App on Certain Toyota C-HR
Affected vehicles are equipped with an advanced park system which can be operated remotely by the driver when outside the vehicle using a smartphone application. There is a risk an error may occur in an Electronic Control Unit (ECU) when the finger movements on the smartphone application are stopped or the finger is removed within three seconds after the remote-control function is activated. If this occurs the shift range will be changed from Park to Drive or Reverse and the brakes will be released without any finger operation on the smartphone resulting in the vehicle creeping forward or backward which could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Reprogram the Clearance Sonar Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and Brake Electronic Control Unit (ECU) with modified software.
Recalled models: C-HR
Affected vehicles are fitted with a high-pressure fuel pump which over time could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire.
Affected vehicles are fitted with a high-pressure fuel pump which over time could develop a crack which could lead to a fuel leak and a risk of a vehicle fire.�
Fix: Check and replace high pressure fuel pump if necessary.�
Recalled models: C-HR · 5,440 vehicles
On affected vehicles there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable. As a result the vehicles do not comply with relevant regulations.
On affected vehicles there is a possibility that the DCM may not complete the shutdown process within a specific period of time when the ignition is turned off causing the DCM to not restart at the next ignition cycle and making the e-Call function unavailable. As a result the vehicles do not comply with relevant regulations.
Fix: The software of the DCM (Data Communication Module) will be updated via an Over the Air (OTA) wireless update.
Recalled models: C-HR · 27,327 vehicles
The initialization of the radar sensor may not have been completed correctly
The initialization of the radar sensor may not have been completed correctly.
Fix: Inspect the radar sensor and if necessary properly initialize the radar sensor.
Recalled models: C-HR · 42,554 vehicles
The inside of the high pressure fuel pump may be worn or damaged over time during operation
The inside of the high-pressure fuel pump may be worn or damaged over time during operation.
Fix: Inspect* and if necessary replace the high-pressure fuel pump. (*Based on engine variant and/or pump manufacturer/pump serial number.)
Recalled models: C-HR · 5,440 vehicles
A possibility that a bolt of the brake pedal bracket may not have been torqued correctly
A possibility that a bolt of the brake pedal bracket may not have been torqued correctly.
Fix: Tighten the bolt of the brake pedal bracket to the appropriate torque.
Recalled models: C-HR · 9,751 vehicles
Incorrectly installed covers could prevent the seat-mounted side airbag from deploying
Incorrectly installed covers could prevent the seat-mounted side air bag from deploying properly.
Fix: Inspect the covers installed on the front seats and replace any incorrectly installed covers
Recalled models: C-HR · 3,887 vehicles
Rear axle hub bearing assembly bolts may not have been tightened sufficiently
Rear axle bearing bolts may not have been tightened sufficiently during the manufacturing process.
Fix: Inspect and replace the involved parts if necessary.
Recalled models: C-HR · 3,297 vehicles
Engine wire harness connected to hybrid vehicle power control unit could contact cover
Due to assembly variation a portion of the engine wire harness could contact the cover.Should the insulation wear and the core wires become exposed there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Inspect the engine wire harness and repair or replace it if necessary.
Recalled models: C-HR HV · 32,393 vehicles
Skid control ecu may malfunction
The Skid Control ECU may incorrectly interpret signals and may malfunction. This may affect the operation of the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) although an EPB warning lamp will illuminate and a warning message will display.
Fix: On affected vehicle reprogramme the skid control ECU to correct this.
Recalled models: CH-R HYBRID · 5,425 vehicles
Fuel may leak
There is a possibility that the wall thickness of the fuel tank may be thinner than specification due to improper tank moulding at the supplier. This may allow fuel to leak which could ignite if an ignition source is present..
Fix: On affected vehicles inspect walls of tank and replace where necessary
Recalled models: CH-R HYBRID · 3,995 vehicles
Invertor capacitor may not be secure
The hybrid system of the subject vehicles includes an inverter assembly which contains a capacitor that may not have been properly bolted to the inverter housing. In this condition the terminal of the capacitor could be damaged by vibration during normal vehicle operation.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the invertor assembly
Recalled models: CH-R HYBRID · 3 vehicles
Checking a Toyota C-HR before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.